Photo Credit: Ibrahim Rifath
Festivals these days are filled with young folks, children, and a whole lot of other things that lay distant from the olden day ideas of festivals. In the past, these festivals were often filled with live performances (of the non-electronic sort), and a lot of unique crafts. On top of that, there is often a thematic celebration of something deeply embedded within the local culture. The only place that really happens is within small towns like Victoria. Coincidentally enough, here are three classic-style festivals that will give you a taste of that olden-day definition.
Cheese and Meat Festival
Clearly enough: it is a celebration of cheese and meats. The Victoria Cheese and Meat Festival is designed to bring in international flavours of cheeses and meats right to the doorstep of Victoria. On Saturday, May 11, 2019, this festival takes place at the E&N Roundhouse. With tickets ranging from $35 to $145, you get to temper how much of this event you get to taste (truly, taste)!
156th Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival
Tradition runs strong in Victoria. The 156th Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival is a demonstration of how tradition has helped to shape culture. This three-day festival starts on Saturday May 18 at 8 AM and concludes through to the end of Monday May 20 at 5 PM. Here you can enjoy the amassing of large bands, professional celtic bands, championship games, the Simon Fraser University Grade 1 Pipeband, and many more culturally festive activities.
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So, putting the DJ set-up aside, all the loudspeakers, and all the light shows, there is still opportunity to celebrate the simplest things in life. Come to Victoria and stay at the Best Western Plus Inner Harbour to enjoy the culture and simplicity these two festivals can offer. And in your spare time, slip into town to visit Ring Road and the University of Victoria, or head on over to the city centre to see what the local shops have to offer. 
